Ross tossed 7.2 shutout innings, allowing just three hits and two walks while striking out five as the Nationals handed Philadelphia a 9-1 loss Friday night.

EDGE Analysis

Ross (2-0, 0.61 ERA) has provided the Nationals with a huge boost to start the season. He was around the plate throughout, throwing 107 pitches (71 for strikes) and was never seriously threatened as his mates scored early and often enroute to an easy win. He'll attempt to build on his strong start when he takes on Miami on the road in his next scheduled start.